Alcoholism and drug addiction -

[melty]

Addiction is a huge issue and particularly in the US, treatments for addiction are sorely lacking. This article explains a lot about AA as a cultural phenomenon, despite the fact that it's actually terribly ineffective.
Having had some experience with addiction treatment in the US, I think a lot of it is based on wishful thinking, to say the least.
What is it like in your country?
Have you ever struggled with addiction or know someone who has? I think everyone knows someone like this. I recently found out my mom used to be a huge alcoholic, but I never saw her like that. I'm not sure why she stopped other than meeting my dad.

 

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I was addicted to alcohol, nicotine, and tramadol. After an OD, I quit them all at once. I'm still recovering from the effects of the OD, but I'm proud to say I haven't slipped.

When I faced death from addiction, it was pretty easy to quit. I don't think I could have quit any of them for anything less than a mortal threat.

 

[AnOminous]

Addiction is a huge issue and particularly in the US, treatments for addiction are sorely lacking. This article explains a lot about AA as a cultural phenomenon, despite the fact that it's actually terribly ineffective.
Having had some experience with addiction treatment in the US, I think a lot of it is based on wishful thinking, to say the least.
What is it like in your country?
Have you ever struggled with addiction or know someone who has? I think everyone knows someone like this. I recently found out my mom used to be a huge alcoholic, but I never saw her like that. I'm not sure why she stopped other than meeting my dad.

Everyone here is at least an alcoholic. Then there are the drug addicts. Somewhere below that, you'll find the furries. And the bronies. And thanks to @Meowthkip we even have tumblrs.

 

[Cthulu]

Then there are the drug addicts

Mainly the mods after putting up with us for awhile.

 

[Meowthkip]

Everyone here is at least an alcoholic. Then there are the drug addicts. Somewhere below that, you'll find the furries. And the bronies. And thanks to @Meowthkip we even have tumblrs.

I'm so sorry.

 

[Datiko]

I am blessed with a non-addictive personality. I used to drink, then I stopped because I felt like and now don't touch the stuff. I tried smoking a few times but found it gross. I have done nearly every drug at least once and never succumbed to addiction. I can understand that what I do makes me feel good or acknowledge the craving to do it again but my will is strong enough not to.